Lowell National Historical Park

About Lowell

Lowell’s water-powered textile mills catapulted the nation – including immigrant families and early female factory workers – into an uncertain new industrial era. Nearly 200 years later, the changes that began here still reverberate in our shifting global economy. Explore Lowell, a living testament to the dynamic human story of the industrial revolution.

Hours

Getting there

The Boott Cotton Mills Museum is located at 115 John Street. Paid parking is available across the street from the museum in the Joseph Downes Garage located at 75 John Street. Click the link below for more detailed directions.

Weather

Summer: Throughout the summer, temperatures range from the mid 60s to mid 90s during the day, with rain and thunderstorms more common in the months of July and August. Boats and trolleys operate rain or shine and are only cancelled in cases of extreme weather or the presence of thunder and lightning. Winter: Winters are typically cold with temperatures in the mid 30s and 40s (with occasional single digit temperatures) and snow storms with a few inches accumulation occur frequently throughout the season.

Things to do

Arts and Crafts, Arts and Culture, Boat Tour, Boating, Bookstore and Park Store, Craft Demonstrations, Cultural Demonstrations, Gift Shop and Souvenirs, Guided Tours, Hands-On, Junior Ranger Program, Live Music, Museum Exhibits, Park Film, Self-Guided Tours - Walking, Shopping.